Public invited to 'Rock & Roll for Literacy'

Friday

Oct 25, 2013 at 3:00 AM

From staff reports

Blue Ridge Literacy Council will host “Rock & Roll for Literacy” from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 at the Hendersonville Elks Lodge. The concert and dance will feature the music of Jimmy Baker and the Profits as well as special guest and master of ceremonies Mark Warwick, general manager of WTZQ–AM 1600.“The concept was to create a fun, affordable event around an informal gathering of friends, supporters and the general public at our intimate rock and roll house party with live music,” said Steve Kirkland, executive director of BRLC. “We also want to continue to inform/engage others about the challenges and opportunities surrounding illiteracy in Henderson County.”Kirkland is the guitar player for Jimmy Baker and the Profits.“The band came together about 10 years ago in Asheville from a nucleus of friends that were jamming together on a regular basis. We enjoyed each other's company and had the same eclectic tastes in rock music, primarily of the '60s and '70s. We are a three-piece band with Drew Gardner on bass/vocals and Steve Grabenstein on drums,” Kirkland said. “The element of adding the talented Mark Warwick on guest vocals has everyone excited, and we hope folks will want to come hang out with us for a great cause.”There will be a silent auction, cash bar and light refreshments. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door and can be purchased by calling the Literacy Council at 828-696-3811 or visiting info@litcouncil.org.The mission of Blue Ridge Literacy Council is to provide adults in Henderson County the English communication and literacy skills they need to reach their full potential as individuals, parents, workers and citizens. For more information or to become a volunteer tutor or student, or to donate, call 828-696-3811, write to P.O. Box 1728, Hendersonville, NC 28793, or visit www.litcouncil.org.